ISAMI+ Structural Analysis Simulation Framework - Advanced software developer

An opportunity for a Structural Analysis Software Developer has arisen within Airbus Operations, Getafe (Madrid). The selected candidate will join the Structural Analysis Methods & Tools Team. Our department is in charge of defining and developing both the current run-mode and the future Structural Analysis Tools (ISAMI) used for the sizing and certification of series and next-generation Airbus products. The team is multicultural, fully transnational, and operates in a global, collaborative environment. The jobholder will reinforce our engineering digitalization capabilities, combining advanced coding skills with airframe structural knowledge to address key challenges in data continuity, lead time, and next-gen simulation frameworks.

Responsibilities

Design and develop the next-generation simulation platform (Advanced C++ framework), including GUI, transverse services, and multidisciplinary capabilities (FEM pre/postprocessing, surrogate models, AI); Code and implement specific capabilities within the Stress Solver Repository using Modern C++ and Python; Automate structural analysis processes into ISAMI in alignment with the Airframe Engineering digital strategy; Maintain and optimize existing methods and tools applied to current Airbus programs, ensuring performance improvements and business continuity; Define new sizing and optimization methods to set the standard for future development processes, securing data consistency across the lifecycle; Supervise and validate sub-contracted software development activities

Requirements

Education: Aeronautical, Aerospace, Industrial Engineering, Computer Science degree, or a related discipline; Experience: Proven experience in Software Engineering/Architecture with a solid foundation or interest in structural/stress analysis; Technical knowledge: Expertise in Modern C++ (C++20 and above) and Python; strong capability in Software Architecture and OOP; familiarity with GUI frameworks (e.g., Qt) and simulation/FEA tools (ISAMI, Altair HyperWorks, MSC Nastran); Soft skills: Proactive, curious, and self-motivated team player with a creative approach to complex problem-solving and high adaptability to dynamic environments; Languages: Advanced level in English (written and spoken)

Nice to have

Experience with surrogate models, AI applied to engineering, or advanced FEM pre/postprocessing; proficiency in additional languages

Benefits

Vacation days plus additional days-off along the year; Attractive salary; Hybrid model of working when possible, promoting the work-life balance; Collective transport service subject to working calendar/home location; Benefits such as life insurance, health insurance, employee stock options, retirement plan, or study grants; On-site facilities (among others): free canteen, kindergarten, medical office; Possibility to collaborate in different social and corporate social responsibility initiatives; Excellent upskilling opportunities and great development prospects in a multicultural environment; Option to access special rates in products & benefits